This workshop is one of the most popular and is requested by dance instructors and studio owners to assist their students in attaining better technique.This is a two hour long, fun workshop designed to educate the dancer on anatomical points in relation to movement. Understanding which muscles contract, to attain dance movement is key in improving technique. The workshop starts out with a body placement presentation; how to understand it, how to teach it, how to feel it! This is important in reducing injuries that occur from faulty trunk placement. A dance specific floor barre focusing on core stability and ballet technique in a non-weight bearing position follows. The dancers then progress to the barre. During each exercise the primary muscles used will be discussed, including origination, insertion and their action. The exercises are broken down and detail is focused on the muscles that are responsible for the movement. A portion of the barre is performed barefoot to emphasize proper action of the feet in relation to lower leg alignment.
During this workshop students and instructors will learn:
This workshop will give instructors new material for classes and new cues for the students. This is a fun workshop and can be adapted for all ages. Students will gain more knowledge and enjoy getting advice on improving their technique. There is time for dancer discussion and interaction, an opportunity to get questions answered about injuries.Every participant recieves a copy of the class information, including the combinations, the explanations and the anatomy.
For more information about the workshops, or to schedule a workshop for your organization, please contact us directly by email at jacqui@dancemedicine.net.
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Workshops can be adjusted and tailored to your specific needs.